LCD Soundsystem: Rediscovering “North American Scum” at Knockdown Center

The band LCD Soundsystem recently performed their 2007 hit “North American Scum” during a show at the Knockdown Center in Queens. This marked the first time they played the song since their farewell concert at Madison Square Garden in 2011.

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During their residency at the Knockdown Center, LCD Soundsystem surprised fans by bringing back “North American Scum” after a long hiatus from their setlist.

Originally released in February 2007, the track was a lead single from their album “Sound Of Silver” and featured a music video directed by Benjamin Dickinson. The band last performed it live on April 2, 2011, with special guests from Arcade Fire joining them on stage, a moment captured in their documentary “Shut Up and Play the Hits.”

After their “retirement” in 2011, LCD Soundsystem reunited in 2016 and released the album “American Dream” in 2017. Fans can look forward to new music from the band, with a potential release coinciding with their performance at Primavera Sound Barcelona in June next year.

In November, the band dropped a single titled “X-Ray Eyes,” hinting at a forthcoming album. Frontman James Murphy confirmed that while there is no finished LP yet, they are steadily progressing towards completion. Stay tuned for more updates!

FAQs

Q: When was “North American Scum” first released?

A: The track was initially released in February 2007 as the lead single from LCD Soundsystem’s album “Sound Of Silver.”

Q: When did LCD Soundsystem reunite after their “retirement”?

A: LCD Soundsystem reunited in 2016 and went on to release the album “American Dream” in 2017.

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